Rangers fans have been issued with a stark warning by the club ahead of tomorrow night's Champions League qualifier against Panathinaikos.
Russell Martin is set for his competitive debut in the dugout as [[Rangers]]' new head coach on Tuesday evening.
The Scottish Premiership giants will take on the Greek side in the first leg of the UEFA tie, with the return leg set to take place next week.
With a little over 24 hours to go until kick-off in Glasgow, Rangers have reminded supporters to be on their best behaviour.
Important Supporter Reminder.
— Rangers Football Club (@RangersFC) July 21, 2025
This important warning is in relation to a suspended UEFA sanction relating to a stand closure should any 'racist and/or discriminatory behaviour' occur during the encounter.
A statement reads: "Rangers will begin another European campaign on Tuesday night, and with that comes the opportunity to again show the very best of our club on the biggest stage.
"Across the continent, Ibrox and the [[Rangers]] support are renowned for your incredible backing both in noise and in colour, and that backing can again make all the difference against Panathinaikos and beyond.
"Supporters are, however, reminded the club remains under a suspended stand closure sanction. That means should there be any repeat of what UEFA deems as ‘racist and/or discriminatory behaviour’ in any area of the stadium, the Copland Stand will be closed for a future European match.
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"That will mean thousands of fellow Rangers supporters will be deprived of the opportunity to attend a potentially key game, while the players on the pitch will lose a significant proportion of that amazing support you provide.
"Discriminatory behaviour includes (but is not limited to) illicit singing, chanting or the displaying of banners.
"Ahead of this match, and indeed the season, the club also reminds supporters the throwing of objects onto the pitch is unacceptable, illegal, and will lead to serious consequences for the club and the potential arrest of the individuals responsible.
"Tuesday’s huge match heralds the beginning of a new era for our great club, and another opportunity to show the very best of it to the watching world."
